Dr. Wei Wei Wu, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
2255 WATT AVE STE 80, Sacramento, CA 95825
Phone
Counties Served
Sacramento County, Placer County, Sutter County, Nevada County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Wei Wei Wu
Dr. Wei Kang Wu, MD (also known as Wei K. David Wu) is a dual-fellowship trained orthopaedic spine surgeon specializing in the treatment of adult and pediatric spine conditions, including trauma, deformities, and degenerative conditions. He graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine in 2017 and completed advanced surgical training at both UCLA and UCSF. Dr. Wu practices in Santa Monica and the greater Los Angeles area, and is affiliated with both Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center and UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, Tufts University School of Medicine, 2017
- Fellowship, Spine Surgery, UCLA
- Fellowship, Spine Surgery, UCSF
Languages Spoken
About Orthopaedic Surgery QME Evaluations
Orthopaedic Surgery QME evaluations address musculoskeletal injuries arising from workplace accidents, repetitive strain, and cumulative trauma. The evaluating orthopaedic surgeon assesses fractures, joint damage, spinal disorders, and soft-tissue injuries to determine causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment under the AMA Guides.
Under California workers' compensation law ( LC §139.2), QME physicians must meet qualification standards set by the Division of Workers' Compensation and must follow the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, 5th Edition (2001), for impairment ratings.
Common Conditions Evaluated
Workers' Compensation in Served Counties
Dr. Wei Wei Wu serves workers' compensation cases in Sacramento County, Placer County, Sutter County, Nevada County, California. Each county has its own WCAB district office that handles workers' compensation disputes and hearings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of cases does Dr. Wei Wei Wu evaluate as a QME?
A Orthopaedic Surgery QME evaluation involves a comprehensive review of medical records, a clinical examination, and a written report addressing causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment. The evaluating physician follows the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, 5th Edition (2001), as required by California workers' compensation law.
Where is Dr. Wei Wei Wu's office located?
Dr. Wei Wei Wu's office is located at 2255 WATT AVE STE 80, Sacramento, CA 95825. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 4 California counties including Sacramento County.
What are Dr. Wei Wei Wu's board certifications?
Dr. Wei Wei Wu holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Wei Wei Wu's education and training background?
Dr. Wei Wei Wu's training includes: MD, Tufts University School of Medicine, 2017; Fellowship, Spine Surgery, UCLA; Fellowship, Spine Surgery, UCSF. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Wei Wei Wu have?
Dr. Wei Wei Wu has approximately 8 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified orthopaedic surgery physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Wei Wei Wu serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Wei Wei Wu is available for QME evaluations in Sacramento County, Placer County, Sutter County, Nevada County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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